Need A New Residential Metal Roof: Do Your Homework

Choosing a qualified, reliable and skilled roofing contractor to install your metal roof can be surprisingly difficult.

Unlike traditional asphalt shingles, metal roofing is unforgiving and requires professional installers who are experienced in handling the material. Metal roofing installation is a specialty that requires skills and tools that are different from those used to install traditional asphalt shingles and it is most definitely NOT a do-it-yourself type of job.


First, talk to neighbors or friends who have metal roofs.

• Ask them about the metal roofing process; how long did it take for the contractor to come out to their home and give them a metal roofing quote? How long did it take to install the roof?
• Are they happy with the metal roof?
• Are they having any problems with the new metal roof?
• Was their contractor professional?

Veterans of the roofing industry know that metal roofing products on the market can vary greatly in quality and value. It is extremely important to ask your contractor where they get their metal roofing products.  MRA manufacturers are the only suppliers of Investment Grade Roofing™ and they offer installation training to ensure that contractors know how to install their products correctly.

Second, find the right metal roofing contractor.

• How long have they been installing metal roofs?
• Are they licensed and insured?
• What products do they install?
• Approximately how many metal roofs have they installed?

In addition to speaking with friends and neighbors, you should also ask the contractor for at least three other references. If possible, you should take the time to go look at homes where that contractor has installed metal roofing systems. Doing your homework is important for learning about the product that will be installed on your most essential investment, your home. To help you get started, fill out the Find A Contractor form and start your search today.